10 Amazing Podcasts To Catch Up On This Season That Aren’t Serial

I don’t know if “podcast nerd” is a thing yet (can we make it a thing?), but if you’re someone who eagerly awaits updates on your provider of choice the way other people wait for new television episodes to drop, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Whether it’s holiday travels, traffic-clogged commutes, or just having something to listen to for that new Creed-inspired workout regimen, podcasts are an ideal way to unplug from the world for a while. We already know you love our podcasts (our many, many podcasts) and at this point it’s pretty improbable that you haven’t heard of the disappointing new season of award-winning Serial, but if you’re looking for riveting narratives and the opportunity to geek out about new ideas, here’s a list of some favorites in no particular order.

1. Welcome to Night Vale Notice how this is placed at the very top of the list so that you can’t miss it. There’s a reason for this: Welcome to Night Vale is easily one of if not the most diverse podcast you will find on any list, hands down (race, gender, orientation, ability, age, species, you name it).  While the idea of a community radio show detailing the happenings of a small desert town may not at first sound interesting, I’d like you to imagine what might happen if, say, you gave Jack Skellington a radio program. Trust me, that image doesn’t even begin to cover the Tim Burton-esque delights that Night Vale holds, including all powerful glow clouds (all hail), mysterious lights above the Arb…